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Venustraphobia: The Fear of Beautiful Women
We all have something we are afraid of, ranging from fear of inanimate objects, such as fear of…
Selenophobia: The Fear of the Moon
This phobia seems one of the oldest, as the moon triggers it. As you already know, has been…
Sweeteners: Sources, Benefits, and Risk
Sugar substitutes, also called a sweetener, is a food additive that gives a sweet taste like that of…
Convulsion – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Convulsion is an abnormal or involuntary contraction of the muscles, which leads to uncontrollable or jerky motions. A…
Cynophobia: The Fear of Dogs
Do you hate dogs, or do you find yourself in a state of panic whenever you see a…
Astrophobia: The Fear of Outer Space and Stars
For many humans, the mysteries of outer space remain a wonder. Many marvel at its beauty and uniqueness;…
Ornithophobia: The Fear of Birds
No matter how tough we try to portray ourselves, every human is scared of one thing or Another.…
Cacophobia: The Fear of Ugliness
There are several types of specific phobias that many don’t know about, and among them is a unique…
Glucose (Blood Sugar): Definition, Structure, and Function
Glucose comes from the Greek word “gleukos” which means sweet, delightful wine. It’s a type of sugar one…
Bibliophobia: The Fear of Books
Bibliophobia is not one of the most popular types of phobia you’d hear about, but it is as…